Liz Blaha

Email: Liz {at} kidmatterscounseling.com

Clinical Focus: Parents, Families, Children and Adolescents Ages 3-14

“Liz has been such a great help during a difficult time with our son. She will probably never realize how much of a positive impact she has made on so many families. All I can say is thank you, thank you, thank you!” 

CLINICAL SPECIALTIES

ADHD | Adoption | Anxiety | Divorce | Self-Harm | Depression | Grief and Loss | Family Relationships | Trauma | Abuse | School Concerns | Anger Management | Eating Disorders | Oppositional Defiance Disorder | Parenting

EDUCATION & LICENSES

Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC)

MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Governors State University, University Park, IL

BA in Psychology, DePauw University, Greencastle, IN

A MESSAGE FROM LIZ

As a parent, you’ve undoubtedly invested countless hours seeking to understand and find the right support to help your child navigate the challenges of anxiety, peer relationships, school concerns, or difficult life transitions.

This emotional journey can leave you feeling overwhelmed and uncertain about how best to guide your child towards a life filled with joy and fulfillment.

I’m Liz Blaha, a Child and Adolescent Therapist at Kid Matters Counseling, and I’m here to guide your child on a journey of self-discovery, helping them to face and understand their emotions. Together, we’ll explore and develop coping skills that really work for them, turning overwhelming feelings into something they can manage.

This journey isn’t just about coping, though; it’s about growing. As your child learns to express themselves more clearly and authentically, you’ll see a beautiful change. They’ll start to communicate more openly, connect more deeply with those around them, and share their inner world with newfound clarity and honesty.

My role, as your child’s counselor, is also to collaborate with you, the parent, in guiding your child towards emotional well-being and growth. Your insights as a parent are invaluable, and together, we can create a supportive environment that allows your child to thrive. This approach ensures that the progress made in therapy extends into your home, providing consistency and reinforcement of positive behaviors and coping strategies.

Taking the first step towards counseling is simple.

First, Click the “Schedule Appointment” button and complete the new client appointment form.

Next, Our intake team will promptly contact you to schedule the initial appointment.

Third, We’ll collaborate to develop a personalized plan tailored to address your child’s specific needs.

Helping your child to navigate the complexities of anxiety, build health peer relationships, and difficult life transitions is often difficult, but you don’t have to do it alone. Schedule an appointment today.

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Does the thought of school leave your child feeling anxious and overwhelmed? From reluctance at the breakfast table to tearful goodbyes, school anxiety can manifest in subtle yet impactful ways.

It’s exhausting to battle every morning to get your kiddo off to school, but there are a few parenting tips you can start today to help your child overcome school anxiety.

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“I want to thank Liz for everything, she really helped me through so much. I have had a lot of low points and our talks helped me find a new perspective. She challenged me (in a loving way!) and helped me challenge my negative thoughts and was genuine, caring and relatable. She gave me hope for my own future. Thank you!”

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